Is This the Most Overlooked 5-Star Hotel in Paris?
Sitting right on the iconic Champs-Élysées, this 5-star hotel is too often overlooked by the many tourists that flock to Paris.
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New French Train Fare Bans Children, Stirs Complaints
France’s national rail operator SNCF has introduced a premium TGV first-class fare that excludes children under 12, prompting criticism from activists and politicians over discrimination and family travel access.
Think Twice Before Checking Your Phone on a Flight in France — It Could Cost $23,000
France is cracking down on disruptive airline passengers.
The Island the French Don’t Want You to Know About
Why Île d’Oléron is France’s best-kept secret.
French Government: Child-Free Hotels Are Discriminatory to Children
“Welcoming families is not marketing, but a societal choice.”
This European Country Will Now Fine You for Smoking on the Beach
Smoking in public places is now a no-no.
145 People Stabbed With Syringes Across France
A street music festival turned into a nightmare for revelers when 145 people were attacked with needles. Across France, 12 suspects have been detained in connection with these spikings. On the summer solstice, the 44th Fête de la Musique was held across France, with museums, clubs, restaurants, and even libraries organizing concerts, attracting millions of … Continued
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10 Ways to Avoid Looking Like a Tourist in Paris
Leave the beret at home.
The 15 Ultimate Things to Do in Paris in 2025 (And the Top Things to Avoid)
The best things to do—and the top things to avoid—in Paris. Plus, the best hotels, restaurants, and tips for a memorable vacation. All curated by a trusted Fodor’s writer based in the French capital.